Avon AM42 Venom Bias Touring/Cruiser Rear Tire - Reviews

Bought the 160-80 HB 16 at Chaparral for my 89 GL 1500 Aspencade. This is my second set of these Venom tires with 18k on the first set. Other than the Michelin pilot GT which is not available any longer this is absolutely the best tire for the Gold Wing 1500. The highest load rating and great ride on both wet and dry surfaces along with Chaparral's lowest price on the net make this tire a no brainer. Run 48 lbs front and 50 lbs rear as per manufacturer suggestions for large individual and two up touring.

Changed out Metzler tires with these Avon Venom and as I stated on the front tire feed back the rear is as good if not better than the front Avon. I can't make up my mind but my 04' BMW R 1200 CL Full Dresser is a completely different bike. Handling has no more steering head shake even crossing lanes cornering and braking with these tires is awesome!!! There is no negative to these tires. Even the price is cheaper than the Metzlers!!